#012 - The BRUTAL Reason You’re Grinding Your Teeth Every Night! 😱🦷

Want to achieve optimal health from the inside out? Discover the holistic dental approach that transforms your oral health and overall well-being. Get expert care from the team at Casuarina Dental—book your consultation today at https://casuarinadental.com.au/ and take the first step toward a healthier future!In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Dr. Maria Florou and guest Alex uncover why snoring is more than just noise it’s often a sign of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). With nearly 1 billion people affected globally, they reveal why GPs often miss it and how oral health can offer early clues. Tune in to discover the real risks of OSA and simple lifestyle shifts that can transform your sleep.Follow Dr. Maria: https://www.facebook.com/casuarinadental https://www.instagram.com/casuarina_dental/ https://www.youtube.com/@casuarinadentalfamilyandho1796 Follow Dr. Alex:https://www.instagram.com/dr.alexmcdonald/The ultimate oral health stack Dr.Maria recommends: Water Flosser: https://geni.us/A3oaHXylitol gum: https://geni.us/yxuBSonic Tooth brush: https://geni.us/ejM6z9hRebounder/ mini trampoline : https://geni.us/QoSBcTongue scraper: https://geni.us/QoSBcAus Infra Red Sauna: https://hyperwellbeing.com.au/product-category/premium-full-spectrum-infrared-saunas/?ref=291US Infra red sauna: https://sunhome.pxf.io/gOXNLBTimestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:14 - Welcome Back, Alex00:01:24 - Statistics on Sleep Apnea00:02:07 - Health Concerns Related to Snoring00:02:27 - Impact of Snoring on Bed Partners00:02:48 - Health Risks of Obstructive Sleep Apnea00:03:14 - Dental Examination for Snoring and Sleep Apnea00:03:27 - Dentists as Gatekeepers of the Airway00:11:32 - Follow-Up Questions for Snoring Patients00:12:25 - Body's Adaptation to Breathing Struggles00:12:59 - Current Treatments for Sleep Apnea00:13:18 - Types of Sleep Apnea and Treatment Options00:30:38 - Importance of Six Pillars of Health